| ZIP Code | 42217 |
|---|---|
| City | Crofton |
| State | Kentucky (KY) |
| County | Christian County |
| Area Code | 270/364 |
| Elevation | 598 ft |
| Latitude | 37.046301 |
|---|---|
| Longitude | -87.472653 |
| Timezone | New York (DST) |
| FIPS | 21047 |
| ZIP Type | Standard |
| Status | Active |
Race & Ethnicity
Age Breakdown
Key Indicators
| Median Age | 40.9 yrs ↓ 3% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Avg Household Size | 2.57 |
| Below Poverty | 12.7% ▲ 27% above avg |
| College Grads | 29.0% ▼ 25% below avg |
| Unemployment | 5.0% ≈ Avg |
| HS Graduate | 810 (39.2%) |
| Some College | 336 (16.3%) |
| Associates | 320 (15.5%) |
| Bachelors | 162 (7.8%) |
| Graduate Degree | 438 (21.2%) |
Education
Housing Tenure
Home Value Distribution
Financials
| Median HH Income | $60,655 ▼ 21% below avg ↑ 36% since 2019 |
|---|---|
| Median Home Value | $130,200 ▼ 53% below avg ↑ 59% since 2019 |
| Home/Income Ratio | 2.1x (nat avg ~3.5x) |
| Median Rent | $858/mo ↑ 19% since 2019 |
| Total Units | 1,654 |
| Vacant Units | 200 |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
Income Distribution
How People Get to Work
Commute Time
Year Built
Summary
| Total Units | 1,654 |
|---|---|
| Vacant | 200 |
| Owner Occupied | 83.6% |
| Renter Occupied | 16.4% |
| Avg HH Size | 2.57 |
ZIP code 42217 is located in Crofton, Kentucky, within Christian County. With a population of 3,739, this is a sparsely populated ZIP code with a middle-aged community — the median age is 40.9 years. Economically, 42217 is a solidly middle-class ZIP code: the median household income of $60,655 is below the national average.
Real estate in ZIP code 42217 represents one of the more affordable housing markets in the country. The median home value of $130,200 is well below the national average. Renters can expect to pay around $858 per month in median rent. Homeownership is strong here — 83.6% of occupied units are owner-occupied, suggesting an established, stable residential community. Median home values have increased by 59% since 2019.
The population of 42217 is primarily White (89.46%). Residents are moderately educated — 29.0% hold a bachelor's degree or higher, which is below the national average. Poverty affects some residents at 12.7%. Household income has grown by 36% since 2019.
The unemployment rate in 42217 stands at 5.0%, which is near the national average. As in most parts of the country, driving alone is the dominant commute mode at 82%.
Overall, ZIP code 42217 in Crofton, KY is characterized as solidly middle-class, moderately educated, a middle-aged community, and predominantly owner-occupied. With 3,739 residents, a median household income of $60,655, and a median home value of $130,200, it offers a clear picture of life in this part of Kentucky.